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Be There

Be There
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(Edited 3-24-19)

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Remember the days when “Party” was a call to arms?  All aboard, and the louder the music, the better.  Then we kind of settle down.  Favorite get-togethers involve smaller crowds, family; people whose company we enjoy.  After that comes the time when you may decide not to accept every invitation.  It gets involved to get ready, arrange to get there, attend and get back.  If you’re tempted to skip it, consider this.

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Be There –  #603

Recently, I told you about the surprise birthday party in my honor.  It lasted one afternoon.  But the aftermath is what I want to share with you, because that event had a life of its own.  It was like seeing a movie that keeps repeating in your head.

For weeks, I went to sleep remembering a vignette or a conversation or a hug shared that afternoon.  I knew the memories of that day would be with me forever.

But the good part is that it gets to play over and over WITH OTHER PEOPLE as well.  Every time I get together with a friend who was there, or a relative who helped plan or run the event, the warm rush of affection happens all over again.  I hear what THEY took away; entirely different from what I did.

So the gift provided by the folks who planned and attended that surprise party did NOT fill just one afternoon.  It became another story that is part of my life.  How precious!

So I have a suggestion for you.  If you are invited to a surprise party . . . or any such event . . . GO!  Make the time, go out of your way to get there.  Does it matter if you are in the crowd?  Yes, it does.

You are giving the gift of time and sharing, to someone you care for, who no doubt loves you in return.  The scope of the gift you provide by your attendance is immeasurable.  It will pleasure the person honored with happy memories and provide stories to tell, for years to come. Don’t miss it.  Be there.

P.S.   

I just got one of those printed books that pile together all the photos posted on your Facebook page for the past year.  Being someone who always forgets to take photos, I was delighted to see all those that others had posted on my page.  What an easy, simple way to keep the memories of all those special events that were important enough to share with friends.

[Show #603]

Filed Under: Friendship, Happiness, Podcast Episodes Tagged With: memories, sharing, support

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  1. Abder says

    March 24, 2019 at

    Some of the most memorable events that I was honored to be part of, were at the house at the valley in Woodstock. Those events will always live with me, and my childrens’ life, even though one out of 4 attended some of them at a young age, but I have told so many stories to all my children about those events. And what is so wonderful as my children grow up we still talk about those events, those moments were priceless!!!!!!!
    Thank you so much my friend!

    With love,
    Abder and the family

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    • Annette Petrick says

      March 25, 2019 at

      Oh Abder, it made my heart sing to hear that you treasure those visits as much as I do. It was such odd circumstances that caused us to meet in the first place. Yet our unlikely friendship continued to grow and sustain through all the changes over some 30 years to bring us here, to this place. I am so glad for the times we reach out and touch, no matter how many miles apart. So often, I too remember one of our Valley moments and smile with love for my dear friend. Thank you for the precious gift of your friendship. It lights up my soul, every time I hear from you.

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  2. Cathie Taylor says

    March 24, 2019 at

    We so enjoyed your surprise party!!!! 💓🌹🎉💓

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    • Annette Petrick says

      March 24, 2019 at

      It was the best kept secret in town!

      Reply
  3. Joan says

    March 24, 2019 at

    Yesterday we drive round trip morevthan 4 hours to attend a birthday party to celebrate the 80th of a former neighbor
    Both of us thought about not attending
    However once there like younwe had the most wonderful time
    And will e joy memories for some time

    Reply
    • Annette Petrick says

      March 24, 2019 at

      So glad you went. Love YOUR parties.

      Reply
  4. JILL CORNISH says

    April 10, 2016 at

    awwwwwwwwww. love you!

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